Installation Sequence - Compaq SP700 Reference Manual

6-2 Hardware Upgrade Preparations

Installation Sequence

This chapter begins with an overview of the installation and configuration
sequence. Follow this sequence of steps to ensure the proper installation of any
optional equipment. Before you begin, observe the following precautions:
1. Turn off the workstation and disconnect the power cord from the
2. Open the workstation by removing the side access panel and the front
3. If you will be installing or removing drives in the front bay, also refer to
4. Install any optional equipment: ISA or PCI expansion board, Accelerated
5. Replace the front bezel, if necessary, and the side access panel.
6. Reconnect the power cord to the back of the workstation, and plug in the
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or damage
to the equipment, do not plug telecommunications/telephone
connectors into the network interface controller (NIC) receptacles.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces,
allow the internal system components to cool before touching.
CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic
components of the workstation or optional equipment. Before
beginning these procedures, ensure that you are discharged of
static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object. Refer
to Appendix B for more information.
grounded AC outlet and the back of the workstation.
bezel. Refer to the section "Removing the Workstation Side Access
Panel.
the section "Removing the Front Bezel" in this chapter for instructions.
Graphic Port (AGP) graphics controller, processor upgrade, memory, or
drive. Refer to either the applicable chapters in this manual or the
documentation provided with the optional equipment for instructions.
power cord to a grounded AC outlet.